A participatory art project will take place accross 25 high-profile beaches in the UK during the summer of 2019. Initiated by Fife-based visual artist Katie Paterson, the piece invites the public to build sand castles on the beach.
Dubbed 'There is a Mountain,' the creative endeavor features bioplastic buckets made from fermented plant starch that take on the shape of some of the most renowned mountains in the world — Mount Kilimanjaro in Africa, Mount Shasta in the US, Mount Fiji in Asia, Stromboli in Europe and Uluru in Oceania. The coastal participatory art project will realize "micro-geologies" on the beach and will allow for strong community building. Progress from each location can be tracked via a dedicated website and social media.
Community-Engaging Sand Mountains
Katie Paterson Boasts a Participatory Art Project in the UK
Trend Themes
1. Participatory Art - The 'There is a Mountain' project showcases the potential of participatory art in building community engagement and promoting sustainability through bioplastics.
2. Eco-friendly Materials - The use of fermented plant starch to create bioplastic buckets highlights the potential of eco-friendly materials in the art and design industry.
3. Digital Tracking - Tracking progress on a dedicated website and social media platforms provides an opportunity for digital innovation in promoting artistic participation and community engagement.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - The 'There is a Mountain' project promotes the potential for participatory and eco-friendly art, with opportunities for innovative material development and creative community-building strategies.
2. Sustainability - Using bioplastics made from fermented plant starch highlights the potential for sustainable material innovation in a range of industries, including art and design, packaging, and consumer goods.
3. Tourism - The 'There is a Mountain' project could provide opportunities for tourist destinations to engage with their local communities and promote sustainable practices by offering similar participatory art experiences and tracking progress on digital platforms.